Wealth Lending Controls – Assessment & Design Senior Group Manager

Citi

Senior Group Manager overseeing controls programs at Citi, driving compliance and risk management in lending operations. Leading diverse teams to enhance controls and automate processes.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeFort Lauderdale • Florida, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Individuals in Assessment & design are responsible for developing, designing, and implementing controls programs
Providing review and guidance on robust controls design adhering to Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Frameworks
Proactively identify and drive controls enhancements such as automation, standardization and rationalization including transformation execution activities
Includes first line activities for identification, measurement (significance and likelihood), and ongoing assessment of key risks and controls in partnership with relevant process owners
Make critical decisions that are guided by functional objectives
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of Citi's comprehensive controls program
Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary changes
Champions control automation and usage of AI
Continually manage and drive controls enhancements to increase efficiency and reduce risk
Oversee the assessment for the business/function risk appetite in line with changes in the business environment, regulatory requirements, and strategic objectives
Provide oversight for key stakeholders and process owners to make management decisions that maintain operations within the firm’s Risk Appetite
Collaborate with business and functional teams to understand control processes and identify potential areas for improvement
Stay up to date on regulatory changes and industry best practices related to control management and ensure the controls program aligns with these standards
Oversee the regular updates to senior management on the performance of the controls assessment and design
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry
Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls
Demonstrate sound business judgment
Develop and implement strategy and process improvement initiatives
In depth understanding of Citi’s businesses and functions and their risk profiles
Excellent knowledge in the development and execution for controls
Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes
Deep understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, and best practices
Deep understanding of Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures
Demonstrate exceptional leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Excellent analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes
Ability to deliver compelling presentations and influence executive audiences
Strong sense of accountability and ownership, with strong results orientation
Exceptional command in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
planned time off (vacation)
unplanned time off (sick leave)
paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

operational risk managementcomplianceauditcontrols designcontrols automationprocess improvementrisk assessmentregulatory compliancedata analysiscontrol execution

Soft Skills

leadershipdecision-makingproblem-solvingbusiness judgmentaccountabilityresults orientationcommunicationpresentation skillscollaborationinfluence